# Gaia vs MBLEx Practice Tests

The clearest difference is update cadence: Gaia at weekly against MBLEx Practice Tests's every 16 months. Gaia also leads on ratings volume (141K vs 7) and review sentiment (68% vs 50%). MBLEx Practice Tests's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gaia sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and MBLEx Practice Tests sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Gaia against 4.7 for MBLEx Practice Tests. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gaia has 141K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of Gaia's written reviews are positive against 50% of MBLEx Practice Tests's.

Gaia ships an update weekly, MBLEx Practice Tests every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gaia | MBLEx Practice Tests |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (141K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gaia-streaming-consciousness/id821068605/reviews)** | [4.7 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mblex-practice-tests/id1507619850/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **141K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **67.7% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 16 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#79** | — |
| Size | 179 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Gaia](https://appshunter.io/developer/1039984279) | [Clanelite Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/1506856170) |

## What reviewers say

### Gaia

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gaia-streaming-consciousness/id821068605)

**Currently charting:** #79 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Explore a vast library of films, original shows, and documentaries focused on personal transformation, ancient origins, and alternative medicine. Discover new perspectives and elevate your awareness through content from top thought leaders.

**Highlights:** 8,000+ videos, films, documentaries, and series, Content on personal transformation, yoga, meditation, Exploration of ancient history, metaphysics, spirituality, Live events and original shows, Integration with Apple Health for activity tracking, Content from top thought leaders and teachers

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gaia Membership Renewal | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $15.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership - Legacy | $15.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership - Promotional | $15.99 | per month |
| Annual Membership | $139.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership - Promotional | $139.99 | per year |
| Gaia+ Membership | $299.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best streaming service
- 🌟 Transformative content
- 👍 Diverse and high-quality programming
- 🧘‍♀️ Excellent yoga and meditation resources
- 💡 Enlightening and eye-opening information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unstable app
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and search
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Lack of offline access and Chromecast support
- 🤷‍♀️ Inconsistent content availability

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Video playback issues
- Inconsistent syncing across devices
- Unreliable offline access

**Requested features**

- Improved search and filtering options
- Offline viewing and download capabilities
- Chromecast and smart TV integration
- Personalized playlists and recommendations
- More content in different languages


### MBLEx Practice Tests

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mblex-practice-tests/id1507619850)

Prepare for your massage and bodywork licensing exam with practice questions and detailed explanations. This app offers learning and testing modules covering all essential topics, allowing you to create personalized tests and track your progress. It's designed to help you study effectively and efficiently for certification.

**Highlights:** Learning Module (Reading & Practice Modes), Test Module (Personalized Tests), Covers all MBLEx topics, Detailed answer explanations, Randomized questions, Progress tracking and statistics, Daily practice reminders

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MBLEX Adfree Version | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gaia free?

Gaia is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MBLEx Practice Tests free?

MBLEx Practice Tests is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Gaia or MBLEx Practice Tests?

Gaia is rated higher. Gaia averages 4.8 out of 5 from 141K ratings, while MBLEx Practice Tests averages 4.7 from 7 ratings.

### Do Gaia or MBLEx Practice Tests have ads?

Both Gaia and MBLEx Practice Tests show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Gaia or MBLEx Practice Tests?

Gaia ships an update weekly, and MBLEx Practice Tests every 16 months. Most recently, Gaia was updated on November 5, 2026 and MBLEx Practice Tests on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*